Pursuing A Career in Forensic Psychology

by Lisa
(UK)

Photo Credit: Reway2007

Hi, I have a psychology degree and am interested in pursuing a career in forensic psychology however, I would like to know whether this career entails having to work in the prison services as I am more interested in the legal sector.

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